Banking On Business 2

In this episode, Grace is joined by Sarah Ninmer, marketing and social media management instructor at Moraine Park Technical College. They talk about how social media works and the importance of using it for your business. They also talk on how to leverage your brand by using social media.  Highlights:  7:19 - Social media is a struggle. It can be hard to kind of tackle or just even star...

Security and anti-fraud measures are some of the most important aspects of running a business. Not only do they protect your investments and help you to avoid costly mistakes, but they can also save you a lot of time in the long run. Grace Bruins is joined by security expert Jason Scherer. Jason shares his top tips for protecting your business from fraud, as well as some time-saving hacks that wil...

In this episode, Grace is joined by Rick and Beth, business owners who have turned their ideas into successful enterprises. They talk about how they got their start, the importance of trial and error, and the lessons they've learned along the way. Rick and Beth offer insights on a range of topics, including the importance of a business plan, the value of customer feedback, and the challenges of sc...

Grace Bruins and Joe Venhuizen are joined by Tom Kulczewski, owner of Real Sportscards. Tom fell in love with baseball cards in 1986 and his love has grown from there. Tom’s Collection features Ryne Sandberg, Yasiel Puig, Joc Peterson, Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo and Jay Cutler. His favorite card is a 2018 Allen & Ginter Champ Peterson Autograph. Tune in and hear Tom's story of success in his b...

Small business owners are the backbone of the American economy. By opening and running a small business, they create jobs, stimulate economic growth, and bring new innovation to their communities. In order to support these important enterprises, state and local governments offer a range of incentives and programs to promote economic development. In this episode Grace Bruins and Joe Venhuizen will...

Employee engagement is critical to the success of any company. It is the level of commitment and enthusiasm that employees have towards their work and their employer. Engaged employees are more productive, more profitable, and more likely to stay with their company. They also provide better customer service and are more likely to promote their company to others. Tune in to this episode and hear mo...

Finding the right employees is one of the most important tasks that a business owner or manager has. The process of hiring can be time-consuming and expensive, so it's important to get it right the first time. Grace Bruins interviews Renee Peterson in this episode. Renee is based out of Horicon, Wisconsin and works at Horicon Bank as AVP, Talent Acquisition and Development Officer/Security Officer...

Training employees is a critical part of any business, but it can be especially challenging in the banking industry. Kerry Murphy, a Retail Training Officer at Horicon Bank, understands this challenge firsthand. In this episode Kerry shares her background and how she trains bank employees. During the conversation, they touch on various topics related to employee training, including the importance...

Training your bank employees can sometimes feel like a never-ending task. When it comes to growing your training program, you want them to be knowledgeable and able to handle any customer situation, but you also don't want to overwhelm them with too much information at once.  In this 1st episode of Banking on Business, Grace Bruins is joined by Kerry Murphy, a Retail Training Officer at Horic...

Welcome to the Banking on Business podcast presented by Horicon Bank! Banking on Business is aimed at helping entrepreneurs grow their business with practical strategies you can start using today! Each episode will feature an expert guest and explore ways you can innovate the way you do business. We are all about engaging our local business community and connecting with other small businesses to r...